David Raven (actor)

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David Raven was an English actor who played Major Metcalfe in 4,575 London performances of Agatha Christie's play The Mousetrap between 22nd July 1957 and 23rd November 1968. This 11 year run was achieved with a break between 20th March to 15th May 1961. When asked why he was leaving the play he replied "I'm too old for the part,".

David Raven was his stage name, his real name was George Byatt. George was first married to Tova Firon, and then to Lala Lloyd (an actress).